Fine Molds 77927 - 1:700 IJN Destroyer Yukikaze Extra Detail-Up Parts Set

1:700 Extra Detail-Up Parts Set for IJN Destroyer Yukikaze

Fine Molds 77927 is an upgrade set designed for the 1:700 scale model of the Japanese destroyer IJN Yukikaze. The set contains both plastic parts and photo-etched parts, allowing modelers to significantly enhance the detail and realism of their miniature. These components help reproduce fine structural elements and deck fittings typical of Imperial Japanese Navy destroyers during World War II.

• Scale: 1:700
• Designed for: IJN Destroyer Yukikaze
• Contents: plastic parts and photo-etched parts
• Type: Destroyer
• Period: World War II
• Country: Japan
• Manufacturer: Fine Molds

This set complements the base kit (sold separately) and is intended for modelers seeking a higher level of detail. The photo-etched parts allow for accurate representation of thin elements such as railings and delicate deck fittings, while the plastic parts provide additional structural components.

Warning: This set does not include the ship model, glue, paints, or modeling tools.

Assembly and application

The parts must be carefully removed from sprues or metal fret, prepared, and precisely attached to the base model. Photo-etched parts typically require bending along etched lines to achieve the correct shape. The set is recommended for modelers experienced in handling small-scale detail parts.

Required tools

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Tweezers for small parts
• Plastic cement
• Cyanoacrylate glue for photo-etched parts
• Model paints

About IJN Yukikaze:

IJN Yukikaze was a Kagerō-class destroyer of the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The ship participated in numerous Pacific operations and earned a reputation as a “lucky ship” due to surviving many intense naval battles. After the war, the vessel was transferred to the Republic of China Navy and continued service under a different name.

About Fine Molds

Fine Molds is a Japanese manufacturer known for producing high-quality plastic model kits and detail-up accessories. The company offers a wide range of upgrade sets and models for aircraft, armored vehicles, and ships in various scales.